Letter: Vote yes to continue district's work

Please join me and vote yes April 5, for the OASD referendum. A yes vote will enable our school district to continue its good work.

Proud to be known as "Frau," I've been a teacher in Oshkosh for 19 years. Middle school German was my passion for 14 of those years. I believe in providing our students a well-rounded education. Well-rounded, in my opinion, includes foreign language and the continuation of our amazing music program, one my own elementary-aged children are excited to be part of.

If the proposed referendum does not pass, travel for professional development of teachers/staff will be eliminated. Those who take advantage of this do so because there is something specific they want to learn about and incorporate into their teaching. I am a staff member who has taken advantage of these opportunities, incorporating what I learn into my teaching days. How am I to grow as a professional if these opportunities are taken away?

One obvious benefit of a passed referendum will be a $1 million security investment in the first two years — cameras in all schools. Please help me keep the children of this city safe. I go to school daily to teach and although I will do anything possible to protect my students, I would very much appreciate the added support of cameras to protect our schools.

If you've lived in Oshkosh, you've certainly heard that, "Strong schools build a strong community." This is a promise statement to our future, a future that I plan to be a part of. The passing of this referendum will help keep our community strong by making a lasting commitment to our children, our future.

Again, please support Oshkosh and our children by voting yes on April 5.

Ta "Frau" Feiter

Oshkosh

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